Life Vest
Life Vest was recalled on 31 March 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A11/0057/17. Drowning risk reported by Slovenia. The products lacks information for use and has no retroreflective material for good visibility at sea.
| Alert Number | A11/0057/17 |
| Brand | Aqua Marina |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Drowning |
| Notifying Country | Slovenia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | NGY 044 |
| Published | 31 March 2017 |
Risk Description
The products lacks information for use and has no retroreflective material for good visibility at sea. The products does not comply with the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment Directive 89/686/EEC and relevant European standard.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 27/01/2017
Product Description
Life vest packed in a plastic bag.
🌊 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a drowning hazard related to Life Vest.
About this risk
This product does not provide adequate stability or safety features for use in or around water, creating a drowning risk.
Recommended action
Do not use this product in or near water. Never leave children unattended near water, even with flotation devices. Return the product to the retailer.
Who is at risk?
Children are at extreme risk. Drowning can occur in as little as 2 cm of water.